MinnesotaMinnesota would support local radar projects for air and water safety
If enacted, Minnesota local governments could receive grants for radar projects that monitor low-altitude airspace and navigable waterways, using an unspecified amount.
What it does
The transportation commissioner, working with the public safety commissioner, would make grants to Minnesota local governments for radar projects that support statewide monitoring of low-altitude airspace and navigable waterways.
The text sets aside an unspecified amount from the general fund in fiscal year 2027 for the grants; that money would remain available through June 30, 2029.
Argument forStatewide radar coverage could help local governments spot aircraft or vessels that create hazards and support emergency response.
Argument againstRadar systems tracking aircraft, drones, and vessels across broad areas could raise questions about how movement data is collected and handled.
More detail
The transportation commissioner, working with the public safety commissioner, would make grants for mobile radar projects. Eligible recipients are Minnesota political subdivisions, including airport authorities and airport commissions. Projects must support statewide monitoring of low-altitude airspace and navigable waterways. Grant money may also pay for training and technical help needed to start and operate a project.
The bill text provides a general fund appropriation to the transportation commissioner for the grants. The money would fund the grant program in this section. The appropriation amount is shown as a blank placeholder. The appropriation is for fiscal year 2027 and remains available until June 30, 2029.
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Where it stands
- Introduced
- Passed 1st Chamber
- Passed 2nd Chamber
- To Governor
- Became Law
Looking ahead
No hearings or votes scheduled.
History
- 2026
- May 17Referred to Capital InvestmentLatest
- May 17Introduction and first readingIntroduced
Public SafetyTransportationEmergency Management